Seeing wildlife is a highlight of any mountain vacation. But safety comes first for you and the animal. Here are the best ways to see wildlife in Jasper this winter.

Go to the Museum

The Alcove Gallery at the Jasper Yellowhead Museum and Archives features The Schuurmans’ Wildlife Collection, a display of over 120 meticulously preserved specimens. This remarkable collection, which has captivated visitors for decades in the Wildlife Den of the Whistlers Inn, showcases the diverse and fascinating animal life of the Canadian Rockies. From majestic elk to elusive lynx, the exhibit offers an up-close look at the region’s biodiversity. The best part? You’re guaranteed to see wildlife at this display!

Take a Tour

Sundog Tours has options to get you close enough to enjoy wildlife, but not so close to disturb them. Learn about wild animals in the mountain ecosystem and go to the best places to see animals with skilled guides. The Winter Wildlife Discovery Tour is the perfect way to spend a morning, and your best opportunity to see the wildlife of Jasper! Or, witness first-hand the resilience and adaptability of Jasper National Park with a Winter Wildlife and the Ecology of Fire tour.

Safety First

If you see wildlife when out and about, remember to keep your distance. If the animal looks at you, moves, or otherwise changes its behaviour, you are too close! Remember to never – never – feed wildlife. If it’s photography you’re after, the best photographs are taken with a zoom lens, or with the animal in the mountain environment, so stay back to get that perfect shot.

Taylor Jaine